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SUMMARY:Sexual Health Peer Educator Training
DESCRIPTION:A paid virtual training series built to empower young adults with developmental disabilities (ages 16+) to become peer educators. Learn how to lead conversations about healthy relationships\, consent\, body rights and what it means to be a peer educator. \n\nTrainings will occur VIRTUALLY on:\n\nMarch 3\, 4-6pm – Healthy Relationships and Consent\nMarch 10\, 4-6pm – Differences of Love and Friendship and Body Rights\nMarch 17\, 4-6pm – Pathway to Help and Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation\nMarch 24\, 4-6pm – Reproductive Body Parts and Body Changes\nMarch 31\, 4-6pm – Outcomes of Sexual Intercourse and Safe Sex Methods\nApril 7\, 4-5:30 – Debrief from Virtual Sessions\n\nFacilitator Training will be IN PERSON in April 2026 \nLink to registration form: https://forms.gle/jKKs9c4Zgsocg6FG9\nEmail Kate at kturpen@drme.org if you have questions. \n 
URL:https://drme.org/event/sexual-health-training-03032026/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Youth Self-Advocacy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260304T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260304T130000
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SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn: Resources to work with Deaf and Hard of Hearing Students
DESCRIPTION:Virtual: Join us on ZOOM. \nDate & Time: First Wednesday of the month from March 2026-June 2026\,12pm-1pm. \nQuestions & Registration: Email Sitara Sheik\, VR Counselor\, at Sitara.N.Sheikh@maine.gov or Sazza Carter\, Case Manager\, at Sazza.Carter@mainehealth.org \nASL interpreters provided. \nPresented by the Maine Department of Labor\, MaineHealth\, and Disability Rights Maine.
URL:https://drme.org/event/deaf-hoh-students-032026/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Children’s & Education Rights,Deaf Services
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260304T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260304T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T095018
CREATED:20260223T214600Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T212513Z
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SUMMARY:Alpha One Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Alpha One\, Maine’s Center for Independent Living (CIL)\, empowers individuals with disabilities to live independently and take control over their lives and environments. Alpha One advocates that all people with a disability have a right to self-determination and dignity\, to contribute and participate in their community\, and to achieve their full individual potential with equal access to all aspects of Maine life. Services and programs include Adaptive Driving Evaluations\, scholarships for continuing education\, peer support services\, and Youth Transition programs in participating schools. To this end\, Alpha One provides Independent Living services and programs Statewide in all 16 counties. Join Katie George to learn more! \nRegister below and contact Dylan\, dcampbell@mpf.org for more information. \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_eZI2vj3XQ22Gz8HbFgUBvQ
URL:https://drme.org/event/alpha-one-webinar-032026/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Community Inclusion,Deaf Services,Employment,Youth Self-Advocacy
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260307
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260308
DTSTAMP:20260405T095018
CREATED:20260129T173253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T150548Z
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SUMMARY:ASL Tax Day
DESCRIPTION:Join DRM Deaf Services and United Way of Southern Maine for ASL Tax Day on March 7\, 2026.\nCA$H Greater Portland is once again working with DRM Deaf Services to hold ASL Tax Day. ASL Tax Day offers free tax preparation services and financial education. ASL Tax Day will be March 7th at the UW office in Portland. Snow date is March 14.\n\nContact Tommy Minch with questions or to RSVP at tminch@drme.org or 207-805-7027.
URL:https://drme.org/event/asl-tax-day-2026/
LOCATION:United Way of Southern Maine\, 550 Forest Avenue\, Suite 100\, Portland\, ME\, 04103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Deaf Services
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260309T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260309T143000
DTSTAMP:20260405T095018
CREATED:20260123T172258Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T172258Z
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SUMMARY:Maine Parent Federation In-Person Family Support Navigator Training
DESCRIPTION:Cohen Community Center\, Hallowell\, ME\nMonday March 9\, 2026\nAre you the parent of\, or caregiver to\, a child with a disability or special health care need?\nWould you like to share your knowledge and provide peer-to-peer support to other Maine families?\nIf so\, this in person training opportunity may be for you!\nMaine Parent Federation (MPF) is seeking parents\, grandparents\, and caregivers to children with disabilities and/or special health care needs who would like to attend this training to become a Family Support Navigator (FSN) and provide peer support to other Maine families. The FSN program matches experienced parents with other parents who need support while learning to navigate systems such as Special Education\, Vocational Rehabilitation\, MaineCare\, Adult Services\, etc.\, and assists them in locating local and statewide resources while helping parents learn to advocate for themselves. \nDuring the Pandemic all support was provided through phone\, text\, email\, and social media platforms such as Zoom. Now that restrictions are easing if both parent and Navigator agree\, meetings can be held in-person. \nA Family Support Navigator is a part-time independent consultant position. MPF contracts with you to provide up to 10 hours of support to each family you help. We pay $15.00 per hour for direct support to a family\, provide a $40 monthly stipend for phone/internet when actively working with families\, and .46 cents per mile travel reimbursement. This is a flexible opportunity where you set your own hours/schedule. MPF provides on-going supervision and technical assistance. \nThis in-person training will be held on Monday\, March 9th from 9:00 am to 2:30 pm. There will be five other pre-recorded segments to the training that you can complete at your convenience. \nOnce you have completed the training we will provide you with a $150 stipend. \nPlease contact Anne Bourque at (800) 870-7746 or email: abourque@mpf.org to receive the application and job description and/or to answer any questions.
URL:https://drme.org/event/maine-parent-federation-in-person-family-support-navigator-training/
LOCATION:Cohen Community Center\, 22 Town Farm Rd\, Hallowell\, ME\, 04347\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260310T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260310T180000
DTSTAMP:20260405T095018
CREATED:20260205T144629Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T144629Z
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SUMMARY:Sexual Health Peer Educator Training
DESCRIPTION:A paid virtual training series built to empower young adults with developmental disabilities (ages 16+) to become peer educators. Learn how to lead conversations about healthy relationships\, consent\, body rights and what it means to be a peer educator. \n\nTrainings will occur VIRTUALLY on:\n\nMarch 3\, 4-6pm – Healthy Relationships and Consent\nMarch 10\, 4-6pm – Differences of Love and Friendship and Body Rights\nMarch 17\, 4-6pm – Pathway to Help and Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation\nMarch 24\, 4-6pm – Reproductive Body Parts and Body Changes\nMarch 31\, 4-6pm – Outcomes of Sexual Intercourse and Safe Sex Methods\nApril 7\, 4-5:30 – Debrief from Virtual Sessions\n\nFacilitator Training will be IN PERSON in April 2026 \nLink to registration form: https://forms.gle/jKKs9c4Zgsocg6FG9\nEmail Kate at kturpen@drme.org if you have questions. \n 
URL:https://drme.org/event/sexual-health-training-031026/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Youth Self-Advocacy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260312T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260312T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T095018
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SUMMARY:2026 Justice for Women Lecture
DESCRIPTION:The Power of Community:\nHealthcare Solutions from Uganda\, East Africa\nJoin the University of Maine School of Law for the 2026 Justice for Women Lecture featuring Dr. Jane Anyango\, a globally recognized leader in nursing education\, intimate partner violence\, and community health. \nDr. Anyango will share her experience harnessing the power of community to deliver healthcare in under-resourced rural areas. Drawing on over 20 years of experience\, she will discuss her work with the Batwa people and the role of community-based nursing in addressing medical and psychosocial needs within rural communities. \nEvent Information:\nDate: Thursday\, March 12\, 2026 \n\nProgram Schedule: \n\n5:30 p.m. – Doors Open/Reception\n6:30 p.m. – Lecture Begins\n8:00 p.m. – Event Concludes\n\n\nFor more information and to register for this event\, please go to the Maine Law Website.
URL:https://drme.org/event/2026-justice-for-women-lecture/
LOCATION:Hannaford Hall\, (88 Bedford Street\, Portland\, ME)\, 88 Bedford Street\, Portland\, ME\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260314T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260314T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T095018
CREATED:20251010T185557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T170010Z
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SUMMARY:DRM at the Maine Mariners
DESCRIPTION:Looking for a fun winter activity and an opportunity to support Disability Rights Maine at the same time?\nJoin DRM at the Maine Mariners on Saturday\, March 14th at 6pm.\nDuring the game\, DRM will have a disability awareness table\, and we’ll be raffling autographed gear from the Mariners. \nPurchase your ticket today! \nAccessibility Notes: \n\nFor accessible tickets\, please email: mpalma@mainemariners.com
URL:https://drme.org/event/drm-at-the-maine-mariners-2026/
LOCATION:Cross Insurance Arena\, 1 Civic Center Square\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260317T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260317T143000
DTSTAMP:20260405T095018
CREATED:20260223T215009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T215009Z
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SUMMARY:Maine Parent Federation Annual Conference
DESCRIPTION:Family Voices: Heart of Change\nMarch 17th\, 2026\, at the Augusta Civic Center \nThis summit is a collaborative partnership between the Maine CDC and the Maine Parent Federation\, bringing together families\, professionals\, and community organizations to learn\, connect\, and inspire meaningful change. \nMore information and registration at https://www.mpf.org/heart-of-change/
URL:https://drme.org/event/mpf-annual-conference-032026/
LOCATION:Augusta Civic Center\, 76 Community Drive\, Augusta\, ME\, 04330\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260317T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260317T180000
DTSTAMP:20260405T095018
CREATED:20260205T144731Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T144731Z
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SUMMARY:Sexual Health Peer Educator Training
DESCRIPTION:A paid virtual training series built to empower young adults with developmental disabilities (ages 16+) to become peer educators. Learn how to lead conversations about healthy relationships\, consent\, body rights and what it means to be a peer educator. \n\nTrainings will occur VIRTUALLY on:\n\nMarch 3\, 4-6pm – Healthy Relationships and Consent\nMarch 10\, 4-6pm – Differences of Love and Friendship and Body Rights\nMarch 17\, 4-6pm – Pathway to Help and Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation\nMarch 24\, 4-6pm – Reproductive Body Parts and Body Changes\nMarch 31\, 4-6pm – Outcomes of Sexual Intercourse and Safe Sex Methods\nApril 7\, 4-5:30 – Debrief from Virtual Sessions\n\nFacilitator Training will be IN PERSON in April 2026 \nLink to registration form: https://forms.gle/jKKs9c4Zgsocg6FG9\nEmail Kate at kturpen@drme.org if you have questions. \n 
URL:https://drme.org/event/sexual-health-training-03172026/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Youth Self-Advocacy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260318T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260318T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T095018
CREATED:20260306T160946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T161215Z
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SUMMARY:Maine CITE Webinar: Speech and Communication Tools in AT4Maine
DESCRIPTION:Date: March 18\, 2026\nTime: 1:00 – 2:00pm ET\nProgram Description\nCommunication is a fundamental right\, but some people face barriers to using speech. Some people are non-verbal\, and others have health conditions that make speaking difficult. \nJoin Maine CITE for a webinar on an overview of Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC). We will explore how these tools support or replace speech. The tools range from simple picture boards to high-tech applications. We will introduce you to our device lending library\, AT4Maine\, where you can borrow from nearly 100 speech-related items for free. \nPresenter: Melissa Bliss\, MS OTR/L \nRegistration:\nPlease use this link for more information about this event and to register. \n\nAccommodation:\nTo request an accommodation for the webinar\, please contact Maine CITE by March 11\, 2026 at info@mainecite.org or call 207-621-3195. \nAll Maine CITE webinars are recorded and archived. If you cannot attend the live session\, please make sure you register so you can get the link to the archive. \nQuestions\, please contact Maine CITE at info@mainecite.org
URL:https://drme.org/event/maine-cite-webinar-03182026/
CATEGORIES:Accessibility,Assistive Technology
ORGANIZER;CN="Maine CITE":MAILTO:info@mainecite.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260319T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260319T173000
DTSTAMP:20260405T095018
CREATED:20260220T220929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T221303Z
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SUMMARY:Crafting Change
DESCRIPTION:March 19\, 2026 from 4:30-5:30pm on Zoom. \nA virtual space for young Mainers with disabilities (ages 13-22) to learn self-advocacy skills. This month we will be having a group zine workshop on the theme “Nothing about us without us.” \nEmail Kate at kturpen@drme.org to RSVP. \nThis project was funded by U.S. Department of Education under Grant Number H421E230028. For more information\, contact Project Director Kate Turpen at Disability Rights Maine\, kturpen@drme.org.
URL:https://drme.org/event/crafting-change-032026/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Youth Self-Advocacy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260324T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260324T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T095018
CREATED:20260316T153039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T153219Z
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SUMMARY:Maine CITE Webinar: Creating Accessible Digital Content and Presentations (Part 2)
DESCRIPTION:Date: March 24\, 2026\nTime: 10:00 – 11:00am ET\nProgram Description\nAccessible digital content means the content is designed in a way that it can be used by a wide range of people. This includes people with disabilities such as learning\, physical\, and vision limitations. Everyone can get the information they need if it is accessible. \nThis webinar builds on the information provided in Creating Accessible Documents – The Basics (February 18\, 2026). It will present principles for creating accessible digital content in presentations. It will also cover the best practices for using video and audio in presentations. The concepts will be demonstrated using a MacBook Pro. \nPresenter: \nLeilani Carlson\, Maine CITE Director \nRegistration:\nPlease use this link for more information about this event and to register \nAccommodation:\nTo request an accommodation for the webinar\, please contact Maine CITE by March 17\, 2026 at info@mainecite.org or call 207-621-3195. \nAll Maine CITE webinars are recorded and archived. If you cannot attend the live session\, please make sure you register so you can get the link to the archive. \nQuestions\, please contact Maine CITE at info@mainecite.org
URL:https://drme.org/event/maine-cite-webinar-accessible-content-2/
CATEGORIES:Accessibility
ORGANIZER;CN="Maine CITE":MAILTO:info@mainecite.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260324T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260324T180000
DTSTAMP:20260405T095018
CREATED:20260205T144815Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T144815Z
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SUMMARY:Sexual Health Peer Educator Training
DESCRIPTION:A paid virtual training series built to empower young adults with developmental disabilities (ages 16+) to become peer educators. Learn how to lead conversations about healthy relationships\, consent\, body rights and what it means to be a peer educator. \n\nTrainings will occur VIRTUALLY on:\n\nMarch 3\, 4-6pm – Healthy Relationships and Consent\nMarch 10\, 4-6pm – Differences of Love and Friendship and Body Rights\nMarch 17\, 4-6pm – Pathway to Help and Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation\nMarch 24\, 4-6pm – Reproductive Body Parts and Body Changes\nMarch 31\, 4-6pm – Outcomes of Sexual Intercourse and Safe Sex Methods\nApril 7\, 4-5:30 – Debrief from Virtual Sessions\n\nFacilitator Training will be IN PERSON in April 2026 \nLink to registration form: https://forms.gle/jKKs9c4Zgsocg6FG9\nEmail Kate at kturpen@drme.org if you have questions. \n 
URL:https://drme.org/event/sexual-health-training-032426/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Youth Self-Advocacy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T095018
CREATED:20260320T212549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T212549Z
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SUMMARY:"Out of My Mind" Watch & Talk with Jaheim
DESCRIPTION:March 26\, 2026 at STRIVE in South Portland.\nJoin STRIVE members and DRM Youth Self Advocacy Trainer Jaheim Franklyn for a move night and discussion. Free and open to the public\, all ages welcome. March 26th at 6pm at the STRIVE Center at 28 Foden Road\, South Portland. \n“Out Of My Mind” focuses on a disabled teen with cerebral palsy who navigates school\, self-advocacy\, and battling low expectations and ableism from adults. The story will you get you fired up about inclusion!
URL:https://drme.org/event/out-of-my-mind-03262026/
LOCATION:STRIVE Center\, 28 Foden Road\, South Portland\, 04106\, United States
CATEGORIES:Youth Self-Advocacy
ORGANIZER;CN="STRIVE":MAILTO:info@pslstrive.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T095018
CREATED:20260323T213932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T213932Z
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SUMMARY:Youth-led Maine Gubernatorial Primary Candidate Forum 
DESCRIPTION:March 26th\, 6-8 PM (in-person & virtual)\nJoin YPC\, Community Organizing Alliance\, and Maine Youth Power to promote civic engagement among Maine’s youth. In attendance ready to answer questions will be candidates: Shenna Bellows\, Troy Jackson\, Hannah Pingree\, Nirav Shah\, & Angus King III.  \nSign up: bit.ly/2026FORUM
URL:https://drme.org/event/youth-led-maine-gubernatorial-primary-candidate-forum/
CATEGORIES:Youth Self-Advocacy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260330T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260330T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T095018
CREATED:20260213T190313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T190735Z
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SUMMARY:Building Confidence\, Building Skills: Sexual Health Education for Special Educators & Professionals
DESCRIPTION:Monday\, March 30\, 2026 from 8:30am-3pm.\nFREE\, 5.5 contact hours offered.\nOver the past 3 years\, the Youth Self Advocacy Team has noticed a concerning gap in the sexual health education of students and young adults with disabilities. From confidence advocating for needs to basic knowledge of their body and how it works\, students with disabilities should not be left out of these necessary lessons. Join Kate Turpen\, Maine Family Planning’s 2025 Community Star\, to growing your skill in leading these kinds of conversations\, practice adapting free lesson plans to fit your classrooms’ needs\, and discover important resources and relationships to engage in this work confidently! \n  \nRegister online at: https://tinyurl.com/buildingconfidence032026\nContact Chelsea with questions at cparadis@newbeginmaine.org
URL:https://drme.org/event/building-confidence-032026/
LOCATION:Equality Community Center\, 15 Casco Street\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Youth Self-Advocacy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260330T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260330T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T095018
CREATED:20260202T223438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T150248Z
UID:3883-1774861200-1774872000@drme.org
SUMMARY:Visual Gestural Communication Workshop
DESCRIPTION:March 30\, 2026 in Bangor\, ME from 9am-12pm \nVisual-Gestural Communication (VGC) is useful to many people who need an alternative technique for expressing and understanding the wants and needs of other people in their environment. VGC is not a language like English\, American Sign Language\, or French. It is a communication mode that uses gestures\, facial expressions\, and body language. Often individuals\, who cannot communicate effectively using either a spoken language like English or a formal signed language like ASL\, will be able to communicate more effectively using natural gestures. In our classes\, we help you to think visually and conceptually\, and to use Visual-Gestural Communication to communicate more effectively with people who have limited formal language. \nFor more information and to register\, please go to the DHHS Staff Education & Training Unit website.
URL:https://drme.org/event/vgc-03302026/
LOCATION:Bangor DHHS\, 19 Maine Avenue\, Bangor\, ME\, 04401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Accessibility,Community Inclusion,Deaf Services,Inpatient Psychiatric Settings & Group Homes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260331T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260331T180000
DTSTAMP:20260405T095018
CREATED:20260205T144902Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T144902Z
UID:3899-1774972800-1774980000@drme.org
SUMMARY:Sexual Health Peer Educator Training
DESCRIPTION:A paid virtual training series built to empower young adults with developmental disabilities (ages 16+) to become peer educators. Learn how to lead conversations about healthy relationships\, consent\, body rights and what it means to be a peer educator. \n\nTrainings will occur VIRTUALLY on:\n\nMarch 3\, 4-6pm – Healthy Relationships and Consent\nMarch 10\, 4-6pm – Differences of Love and Friendship and Body Rights\nMarch 17\, 4-6pm – Pathway to Help and Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation\nMarch 24\, 4-6pm – Reproductive Body Parts and Body Changes\nMarch 31\, 4-6pm – Outcomes of Sexual Intercourse and Safe Sex Methods\nApril 7\, 4-5:30 – Debrief from Virtual Sessions\n\nFacilitator Training will be IN PERSON in April 2026 \nLink to registration form: https://forms.gle/jKKs9c4Zgsocg6FG9\nEmail Kate at kturpen@drme.org if you have questions. \n 
URL:https://drme.org/event/sexual-health-training-033126/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Youth Self-Advocacy
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